Computer Technician Careers

Is Computer Technician the Career for Me?

Job security in a growing market

The increasing role of technology is driving a high demand for skilled computer repair technicians, meaning lots of job opportunities.

High average salaries

The U.S. Department of Labor reports that, on average, computer technicians earn annual salaries of more than $52,000.

Advancement opportunities

With just a little experience, additional education, or more certifications, you can take advantage of a wide variety of advancement opportunities. The course prepares for the Comptia A Plus certification.

Computer technology offers the opportunity to quickly prepare for increasing employment opportunities and high salaries as you start building your career as a computer technician.

Is Career Step the School for Me?

Over 100,000 Career Step students can't be wrong. Choose Career Step, and you'll graduate with the skills you need to succeed immediately upon graduation. Career Step offers:

Affordable tuition

With Career Step online computer technician training you can develop the expertise you need to excel in your new field for only $1,999.

Preparation for a rapidly growing career

Computer technician employment is expected to grow by 12% by 2024, offering you lots of opportunities.

Training to excel in the workforce

Career Step training will help you gain the skills you need to earn CompTIA A Plus certification immediately upon graduation, proving your skills to employers and increasing your job opportunities.

Choose Career Step for the quality education you need to secure a successful technology career and start earning a good salary in just a few months.

Computer Technician Job Description & Earning Potential

What Will I Be Doing as a Computer Technician?

As technology is becoming more and more important in our daily lives, there is a growing demand for skilled professionals (also known as IT technicians) who can offer quality technical support. Computer repair technicians fill this need, and while their specific responsibilities can vary from position to position, their duties often include:

Installing hardware and software systems

Maintaining or repairing equipment

Troubleshooting a variety of computer issues

Setting up computer security measures

Configuring computer networks

Offering technical support on-site or via phone or email

Computer technicians can be found working in a variety of industries. Possible job opportunities range from a computer technician in a retail electronics store who helps repair hardware or software, to a member of an internal IT team within large and medium sized companies, to a computer support technician who helps customers over the phone with their computer issues.

How Much Can I Make as a Computer Technician?

Computer technician pay rates vary by employer, geographic location, and experience as in any other field, and you may be able to increase your earning potential by earning the CompTIA A+ certification. With Career Step computer technology training, you can prepare for:

Get certified, earn more

Career Step includes certification prep

Preparation for CompTIA A+ certification is built in to your Career Step training, and your tuition even includes vouchers for both of the exams!

With Career Step, you'll have the knowledge and skills to maximize your earning potential by earning your certification right after graduation.

Online Computer Technician Training

How Long Will the Training Take?

The online Computer Technician training program is designed to be completed in 3 months of full-time study. However, the online course format allows you to study on your own schedule and at your own pace, so your enrollment includes 6 months of program access in case you need extra time.

What Will I Be Learning?

The Career Step Computer Technician training program covers:

Hardware and software

Troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance

Operating systems

Networking

Security

Operational procedures

And more

The Computer Technician training program is specifically designed to prepare you for CompTIA A+ certification. The curriculum is built on the exam objectives published by CompTIA, and the midterm and final exams are even designed as mock exams that mirror the A+ exams so you can measure your readiness for the certification exams. With this specific preparation, you can be confident that you’re gaining the knowledge and skills needed to earn your CompTIA A+ certification immediately upon completion of the course. Two certification exam vouchers are also provided upon program completion to make it even easier to certify as soon as you graduate.

CompTIA A+ certification primarily focuses on Windows operating systems. In order to prepare you for this certification, the Career Step Computer Technician program does the same. The Computer Technician certification program can be completed on a Mac computer; however, all hands-on labs require access to a Windows operating system.

Want more details about exactly what's included in the program? Download the brochure to learn more or review the learning objectives for each module.

Computer Technician Course Tuition

How Much Does the Course Cost?

Everything you need to succeed is included in one, low tuition payment of $1,999.

This tuition fee entitles you to an initial 6 months of access to the Computer Technician course. The program is designed to be completed in 3 months of full-time study, and we provide you 6 months of access to ensure you have the time you need.

Are payment plans or tuition assistance available?

Career Step is committed to providing you with an affordable educational experience. To provide flexibility, several payment options are available.

What is Included With My Training Program?

Everything you need to succeed is included with your Career Step program. You’ll have:

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Computer Technician Program FAQs

Get answers to the most common and important questions about enrolling in the Computer Technician program at Career Step. Our FAQs section provides answers to help you make an informed decision about your education.

Computer technicians help support the use of technology by businesses and individuals. Their specific responsibilities vary by position, however, examples of possible computer technician jobs include: working in a retail electronics store repairing and maintaining customers’ hardware and software, working as part of an internal IT team in a large or medium sized business, or providing technical support to customers via phone or email.

Take a peek inside the Career Step training program and find out what sets our training apart in our quick information session video.

The U.S. Department of Labor report states that the middle 50% of computer technicians nationwide earn between $37,300 and $63,030 annually. You may also qualify for traditional employment benefits as a computer technician.

Though certification may not always be a requirement for employment, CompTIA A+ certification will help your resume stand out in the job market and will also give you access to more job opportunities. The Career Step Computer Technician training program is specifically designed to prepare you for this certification and also includes 2 certification exam vouchers, which you will receive when you finish the training program.

Career Step has been training quality professionals for over 20 years and offers a comprehensive training program that thoroughly prepares students to work as computer technicians. With Career Step, you can train affordably without sacrificing quality, learn from comprehensive curriculum developed by industry professionals, take advantage of live student and graduate support, and quickly gain the specialized skills you need to earn your CompTIA A+ certification and succeed as a computer technician. We're committed to helping you achieve your goals, and Career Step provides everything you need to succeed!

Take a peek inside the Career Step training program and find out what sets our training apart in our quick information session video.

In order to be admitted, you must be at least 18 years of age and either a) have a high school diploma or a General Education Development Certificate (GED), or b) pass the Career Step Pre-Enrollment Assessment Test. There are no specific skills or experience that are considered prerequisites for entry into the Career Step training program.

The Career Step Computer Technician program is offered entirely online, providing 24/7 access to all material and allowing you to progress through the curriculum on your own schedule and at your own pace. The program is broken into modules, or course subjects, all of which focus on helping you build the essential knowledge and skills of a computer technician. The curriculum is built on the exam objectives published by CompTIA, and the midterm and final exams are even designed as mock exams that mirror the A+ exams so you can measure your readiness for the certification exams. This format ensures that you’ll be prepared to earn your CompTIA A+ certification immediately upon graduation.

See what makes Career Step different in our quick introduction.

Career Step student support includes access to:

Student Support Advisors who have professional experience in the industry and are uniquely qualified to answer questions about both the curriculum and the industry. They provide timely answers to questions about the program material and offer a number of personal consultations throughout the training to help students master important concepts.

Technical Support Advisors who are knowledgeable, experienced, and available six days a week to help you work through any technical or computer issues encountered within the training program.

Graduate Support Advisors who help you transition to the workforce after graduation. Your Graduate Advisors will help prepare the best resume, develop solid interview skills, and teach you valuable job search techniques.

Though the course is entirely online, you'll never be on your own. Career Step's student support team will always be there to offer personal, ongoing support all the way through the training program.

See what a few Career Step students had to say about their experiences with Career Step’s student support.

The Career Step Computer Technician training program is 305 completion hours. Since the program is completely self-paced and the online training format allows you the flexibility to study as much or as little as your schedule allows, the time it takes you to complete the course will vary from other students. Some students are able to complete their training program in as little as one or two months and others, who are more limited in the time they can devote to the course, take longer (for example, students who can devote about 15 hours a week may finish in about 5 months).

Every student who enrolls in the Career Step Computer Technician training program receives an initial 3-month period of enrollment—and we currently offer an additional 3 months at no extra charge! You'll have a full 6 months to complete the program. If you need extra time to complete the course after your initial 6-month enrollment, we have 3-month extensions available for purchase.

2 certification exam vouchers to make it easy to take your CompTIA A+ exam after graduation

Personal consultation with a Graduate Advisor

Personalized interview tutorials and training

Individual resume and cover letter review, tips, and advice

Access to Career Step's help hotline for six months after graduation

These resources offer the personalized help you need after graduation to quickly and easily transition to the workplace. With this individualized help and attention, the majority of our graduates are hired within a few months of graduation.

Learn more about Career Step’s graduate support in this quick interview with several of our Graduate Advisors.

Your enrollment includes everything you will need to train for a successful career as a computer technician. Your enrollment includes:

Windows Media Player (ver. 10 or higher) or Quicktime Player (ver. 7 or higher)

PDF reader

Browser

Internet Explorer 9.x/10.x/11.x

Firefox 3.x or greater*

Safari 3.1 to 8.0 (Mac only)*

Javascript and cookies must be enabled

Operating System

Microsoft Windows (XP®, Vista®, 7 with latest service pack)

Mac OS X (10.4.11 or greater)*

*The Medical Transcription Editor program includes a third party software tool that makes the training only compatible with Microsoft Windows and Internet Explorer.

Note: Mobile browsing devices are not currently supported. However, Career Step is investigating the implementation of mobile device support, and these specifications will be updated once a decision has been reached.

We realize that one of the most important questions tied to education is how it will be paid for. Because this is such a big part of the decision of whether or not to go back to school, Career Step has designed several tuition assistance and payment options. Please visit our Tuition Assistance page for more information.

It takes 2-3 business days to process the application, depending on method of payment. Once the payment is processed you will be emailed your course login and password and can start training immediately. Additional course materials are shipped UPS Ground after the payment is processed. The average wait is about 7-10 days.